Ingredients
Cajun Seasoning
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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¼ teaspoon dried thyme
Shrimp
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2 pounds extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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½ cup butter, cubed and at room temperature
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2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley (Optional)
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6 lemon wedges (optional)
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, oregano, pepper, cayenne pepper, and thyme in a small bowl. Pat shrimp dry and place in a large bowl. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning mixture and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
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Place shrimp in a single layer on a sheet pan without overcrowding.
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Cook in the preheated oven until shrimp are opaque in the middle, about 8 minutes. Immediately add butter to the hot pan and toss with shrimp until butter is melted. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 339 | Calories |
| 23g | Fat |
| 2g | Carbs |
| 31g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 339 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 23g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol 271mg | 90% |
| Sodium 496mg | 22% |
| Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Protein 31g | 62% |
| Potassium 303mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
